1995 Acura Legend vs. 1974 Austin 1800
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1974 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | Legend | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
